I bought this dress at Khol's without trying it on. So when I did try it on, I realized exactly why it was on sale: the fit was awful. As you can see the bubble action going on above {the images make it look slightly more attractive than it really looked in person}. It was the perfect opportunity for me to rework it into a skirt. All I did was cut off the top and now I have a versatile piece to add into my wardrobe. And did I mention this piece was only $8.00!?
Steals & Deals: Old Navy Top//Lauren Conrad Dress, $8.00//Ebay Cateye Sunglasses, $10.00//Target Fedora, $12.99//Michael's Chain Bracelet, $1.99
I am officially back to the blogging world, after a crazy couple of weeks at school! {Not sure how I made it through}. I am so excited for what I have in store for all of you. This repurpose project that I did above is the first amongst many others that I will share with you in the next couple weeks. I am basically revamping a good portion of my wardrobe to make what I already have more wearable. As I mentioned previously, I have been trying to spend frugally to save for my trip to New York. However, I do need to add some more bottoms to my wardrobe. So that is exactly what I am doing, without spending a thing! Yay! I am taking various items that sit in my closet and transforming them into pieces that fit better, work with current trends, and are more useful. Awesome, right?
Well I hope everyone is having a great week. xo
Unknown said...
September 21, 2012 at 6:12 AM
WOW awesome recycling! esp since pleated skirts are so in right now!
p.s. Would love it if you check out my new post :)
Jess xo
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Bonnie said...
September 21, 2012 at 6:46 AM
I love this look on you! It's a great color, and the style is adorable.
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Always Maylee said...
September 21, 2012 at 8:26 AM
I have trouble with dresses that have those types of tops too. I love that you made it into a skirt, great idea and it looks so cute!
xo, Yi-chia
Always Maylee
Bonnie said...
September 23, 2012 at 12:08 PM
Bonnie said...
September 23, 2012 at 12:09 PM
Ha! I hate it when I have a typo.
Thanks for the comment! :)
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Allison said...
September 23, 2012 at 11:35 PM
I make my dresses into skirts a lot too! This looks super cute- and for only $8- bargain of the year!! :) love the color!
:)
Allison
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Chezka Cenon Li said...
September 23, 2012 at 11:38 PM
You did a good job, I would never have guessed if you didn't tell me! Nice outfit sweetie =)
- Che
style-che.blogspot.com
Anonymous said...
September 24, 2012 at 12:06 AM
The skirt looks way better than the dress!! Good thinking!
Much Love
Heiress
theheiressblog.blogspot.com
Elsa Hurtado said...
September 24, 2012 at 12:40 PM
Love how you made it into a skirt. You look fabulous!
Xo
Elsa
Mix and Match the F word
Unknown said...
September 24, 2012 at 1:09 PM
Great idea! Love it as skirt and you'll get a lot more wear out of it!
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Unknown said...
September 24, 2012 at 4:35 PM
I love this as a skirt! Great job! I think you will wear it a lot more. Very nice on you doll.
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Jo Lane said...
October 2, 2012 at 5:00 PM
Love that outfit! Super cute!
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Hopefully you can check out my blog sometime and maybe follow each other? :)
Classy Peach said...
October 5, 2012 at 5:49 AM
I love the striped top with your pleated skirt! So very cute! I'd love to follow each other. :)
~Phuong
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